Dietary flaxseed, when used with soy isolates in animal studies, stops the growth-promoting effects of soy isolate on breast cells. It reduces tumor growth in patients with breast cancer.
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A 2008 study tested beverages to evaluate which provided the highest antioxidant activity. Four tests evaluated antioxidant potency, one test evaluated antioxidant functionality, while another looked at total polyphenol content. ... more

Standard cancer treatments suppress the immune system and often cause psychological distress and depression, which also decreases immune function and may cause hormonal disturbances, including dysregulation of the adrenal hormone, cortisol. ... more

Recent epidemiologic, genetic, and molecular studies suggest that infection and inflammation initiate certain cancers. Mycoplasma, a genus of bacteria that lack a cell wall, are among the few prokaryotes that ... more

Often root canals in teeth cause chronic bacterial infection around the root of the tooth and surrounding gum, called apical periodontitis. Chronic infection results in chronic inflammation, which can make ... more

Genistein from soy in combination with capsaicin from cayenne pepper, and curcumin from turmeric, decrease inflammation and reduce growth in breast cancer cells. EGCG, an ingredient in green tea (highest ... more

Yogic breathing exercises, such as "breath of fire" used in Kundalini Yoga, may increase tissue oxygenation, inhibiting breast cancer growth and spread. Women can be encouraged to practice 31 minutes ... more

In May, 2013, actress Angelina Jolie revealed that she had chosen to have a double mastectomy and breast reconstruction to reduce her chances of breast cancer. A difficult decision, and one she did not ... more

What is Lymphedema?
Lymphedema is a chronic condition of local fluid retention caused by damage to the lymphatic system, commonly seen after breast cancer surgery or radiation. As part of surgery ... more

When talking about food - there is food and then there are pesticide-laden foods. Pesticides are hormone disruptors that can cause breast cancer. Many pesticides contain organochlorines - combinations of ... more

What Is a Hormone?
A hormone is a chemical messenger which moves through the bloodstream, potentially affecting every cell of the body. Different hormones are produced by different glands. They can ... more